# Earthquake

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 1998
- **BGG Rating**: 5.7
- **BGG Rank**: #22170
- **Players**: 3-4 (Best with: 4)
- **Duration**: 30 min
- **Weight**: 1.06 / 5
- **Designers**: Mike Elliott
- **Artists**: Ron Spears, Sonia Telesco
- **Publishers**: Wizards of the Coast
- **Categories**: Card Game, Fantasy

## Verdict
If you love fast card games and are familiar with Magic's colors, Earthquake will grab you instantly.Simple, quick rulesFun special cards30‑minute roundsWeak Magic tie‑inLimited strategic depthRECOMMENDED

## Description
Earthquake, also known as CHOMP: Earthquake Promo Card, debuted as one of Wizards' first non‑collectible card releases. The game features five suits mirroring Magic's colors – white, blue, black, red, and green – plus a handful of special cards that spice things up. Each round starts by discarding everything you played last turn, then you may lay down a same‑suit set (cards numbered 1 to 7) or a special card. If you wish, you can make a second play in the same round, either another set or another special. After playing, you draw back up to seven cards. Scoring is straightforward: the number of cards you just placed multiplied by the numeric value of the suit, also counting any cards of that suit already on the table. Special cards can wipe the table clean, score a flat 5 points, let you make unlimited plays, or grant you four extra cards. The goal is to be the first to reach 100 points. With a playtime of roughly 30 minutes and very light rules (weight 1.05/5), the game suits players who enjoy quick card duels with a dash of color‑based strategy and occasional surprises from the specials. No extra components beyond the cards make it portable and easy to set up. If you’re a Magic fan or simply like card games that reward set collection, Earthquake is a solid addition to your shelf.

## FAQ
### How many players can play?
3 to 4 players.

### How long does a game last?
About 30 minutes.

### What is the complexity level?
Very low, great for beginners.

### What components are needed?
Just the deck of cards provided.

### Who is the game best suited for?
Magic fans, quick‑play card gamers, and anyone looking for a short match.